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    Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II
    Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

    Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

    18–200mm · f/3.5–5.6

    Overview

    The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II is a versatile superzoom for DX cameras, offering an 11x range (28-450mm equivalent) and effective VR. Optically, it delivers very high center resolution and low chromatic aberration in JPEGs, but corner sharpness is disappointing and bokeh is unappealing. Build quality is solid, though zoom creep persists between 28-135mm despite a lock at 18mm. It suits travelers wanting one lens, but alternatives like the 18-300mm offer longer reach.